The WhatsNext verdict
For Fans of atmospheric visual novels, detective mysteries, and closed-circle thrillers.: The isolated island setting, escalating murder investigation, and eerie suspense create an engaging mystery where uncovering secrets drives the momentum. Tradeoff: Point-and-click investigation sequences can feel dated and tedious, while late-story tonal shifts lean into unexpected paranormal themes.
What it does best
A tightly staged closed-circle mystery
Dreary horror suspense that sustains curiosity
What might put you off
Investigation sequences can become tedious
The later paranormal and science-fiction turn can undermine the mystery
The setup
What you are walking into
A mystery-adventure game set in the solitary Shironagasu Island. In this game you become detective Sen Ikeda and explore the secrets of Shironagasu Island with your assistant Neneko Izumozaki.
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